Materials Management Operator

Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition North America, Inc.•Raleigh, NC

1d•$22•Onsite

About The Position

At Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition, we are making significant advances in food and health with new ideas and innovative technologies. We are seeking candidates with energy and enthusiasm to be part of our growing team throughout North America. As an Ajinomoto Health & Nutrition employee, you are part of a diverse, innovative, and collaborative community committed to enhancing lives through nutrition and health. Our team is committed to providing amino acid-based solutions that create better lives for all. We do not use AI to screen applications. Applications and resumes of qualified applicants are reviewed by a real person because we value your time and believe each qualified applicant deserves thoughtful, human consideration. It’s an old‑fashioned approach—done with purpose. Our people are the key ingredient to our success. We offer a collaborative, innovative environment where you can grow your career and make an impact on global food and health solutions.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent
A minimum of 2 years’ experience working in a warehouse and operating various forklifts
Ability to read, understand and follow written instructions as well as oral instructions.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with internal and external customers professionally.
Basic computer and mathematical skills.
Knowledge of warehouse principles and procedures to include but not limited to shipping and receiving, storing materials and inventory management.
Knowledge of shipping terms and reading production schedules.

Nice To Haves

Certified forklift operator is preferred.

Responsibilities

Operate warehouse vehicles to transport material accordingly
Inspect incoming shipments of materials, equipment and supplies for compliance with purchase order specifications
Identify and report shortages, damaged goods or other discrepancies
Process inventory receipts, maintain stock inventory and participate in warehouse inventory control process
Create transfer orders and place materials in the marked storage bins
Compile and submit samples in accordance with cGMP
Distribute incoming shipments according to documented procedures
Complete all SAP transactions accurately and in a timely manner
Process outbound shipments to ensure the shipment is accurate and meets the customers’ delivery time-frame
Read and follow packing list instructions
Coordinate freight pick-up with appropriate freight companies
Create shipping documents and labels and ensure accurate shipping information
Find, pull, transport and stage raw materials needed for production
Review production schedule for raw material requirements and communicate discrepancies with the appropriate production personnel
Create movement of material documents
Clean and properly store crude crystal bags
Maintain neat and complete documentation in accordance with cGMP documentation requirements
Review the Standard Operating Procedures for the department to stay current on procedural revisions
Perform safety checks on forklifts, safety equipment, fire extinguishers and crude crystal bags and record results in the appropriate logbook
Maintain a neat and orderly work area
Adhere to and follow all required safety procedures including but not utilizing all safety equipment and PPE, completing required safety trainings and reporting all observed safety violations or potential concerns
Other duties as assigned